Rad thieves in Schwerin: New cameras planned at Marienplatz!

Rad thieves in Schwerin: New cameras planned at Marienplatz!

In the state capital Schwerin there has been a remarkable case of bicycle theft, which was quickly clarified. A e-bike Stolen and the alleged thief the next day, as soon as he had lacquered the bike to discover on Marienplatz. An attentive witness recognized the perpetrator and immediately informed the police, who secured the stolen e-bike. The thief also had an accomplice that had another e-bike from Lower Saxony.

This quick clarification shows how important functioning video surveillance is. At Marienplatz, which is known to be a main crime in recent years, 24 new video cameras are now being installed to increase security. The old system from 2018 was no longer in use and did not have the desired security effect through various technical defects, such as Nordkurier . The high number of crime in recent years, in which more than 700 crimes per year have been registered, illustrate the need for action.

update of video surveillance

The new cameras on Marienplatz should not only deter potential criminals, but also help with the investigation of offenses such as brawls, thefts and drug crime. Since the introduction of video surveillance in 2019, the number of crimes on Marienplatz has increased significantly, which the police stimulated to rethink. Even before 2019, Marienplatz was the focus, especially due to conflicts between young migrants and an increase in attacks.

The Ministry of the Interior has confirmed the lack of the old cameras. Further information on the number of crime show that a total of 514 crimes were recorded in 2019, followed from a decline in 2020 and 2021. Nevertheless, the figures in 2022 rose to 653 and 2023 to 714 Infrastructure underlines.

public events

The feeling of security is also strengthened by other events, such as the upcoming public baptisms in Lake Zippendorfer, in which 30 adults and children take part. These social activities can help to consolidate the community and to promote cooperation.

On July 27th to 29th the city festival will also take place in Schönberg, which comes up with a colorful program. Special guests such as Leif Tennemann and Christian Brandes are expected, and a children's participation circus is also planted. Such events contribute to strengthening the local cohesion and offer a positive variety to everyday life.

Only today does the vote for the title fire hero in the Northwest Mecklenburg region end. The three leading candidates are Michael Homuth, Ronny Ortland and Lars Krasemann. Anyone who makes the race remains to be seen, but it is clear that fire work in the region enjoys high recognition.